City of Marion -

🚨 Marion’s Future Depends on YOU! 🚨 Mark your calendars! 🗓️ On Tuesday, May 13, voters in Marion will decide on a Bond Renewal for Capital Improvements—with NO tax increase! This renewal will fund critical projects like the following: ✅ Water & sewer infrastructure upgrades ✅ Fire & police department improvements 🚒👮‍♂️ ✅ Road & drainage repairs 🚧 ✅ Parks, library, and city maintenance enhancements 📢 Want to learn more? Join Mayor Tracy Brick at one of our upcoming Town Hall Meetings at Marion Junior High Cafeteria: 📅 Thursday, April 10 | 5:30-7:00 PM 📅 Monday, April 14 | 5:30-7:00 PM 📅Sunday, April 27 | 2:00-4:00 PM 📲 Check out all the details & ballot info here: https://www.marionar.org/page/may-13-special-election Let’s invest in Marion’s future—share this post and help spread the word! 🏡✨

🚨 Marion’s Future Depends on YOU! 🚨 Mark your calendars! 🗓️ On Tuesday, May 13, voters in Marion will decide on a Bond Renewal for Capital Improvements—with NO tax increase! This renewal will fund critical projects like the following: ✅ Water & sewer infrastructure upgrades ✅ Fire & police department improvements 🚒👮‍♂️ ✅ Road & drainage repairs 🚧 ✅ Parks, library, and city maintenance enhancements 📢 Want to learn more? Join Mayor Tracy Brick at one of our upcoming Town Hall Meetings at Marion Junior High Cafeteria: 📅 Thursday, April 10 | 5:30-7:00 PM 📅 Monday, April 14 | 5:30-7:00 PM 📅Sunday, April 27 | 2:00-4:00 PM 📲 Check out all the details & ballot info here: https://www.marionar.org/page/may-13-special-election Let’s invest in Marion’s future—share this post and help spread the word! 🏡✨

🏡🚧City Crews & Citizens: Weathering the Storm, Working Together 🚜💪 Message from Mayor Tracy Brick: The city has registered 6-7" of rain and we anticipate another 5-6" before it ends Sunday afternoon. This "catastrophic" event is almost over! Thank you for your patience and understanding as city employees work to keep the water draining. While the sun is shining, city crews are clearing culverts and monitoring all city ditches. If you are able, please clear any debris from your own property that impedes drainage. Sand, bags and shovels are still available at the Marion Recreation Complex for self-serve.

🚛 Sanitation Update 🚛 Attention Marion residents: Our sanitation department is currently down to one knuckle boom truck, which may cause delays in bulk item pickup. Our team is working hard to collect debris as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

📢 INVEST IN MARION! 🏗️🚧 Marion residents, it is time to take action! On May 13, we have the opportunity to RENEW the 1% bond that funds critical infrastructure projects, including water, sewer, streets, fire, police, drainage, parks, and the library. This investment will keep our city growing and thriving! 🏛️ TOWN HALL MEETINGS – Get the facts before you vote! Join Mayor Tracy Brick at one of three meetings to learn about the bond renewal and ask questions: 📅 Thursday, April 10 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM 📅 Monday, April 14 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM 📅 Sunday, April 27 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM 📍 Marion Junior High Cafeteria 🗳️ VOTE! ✅ Early Voting: May 6-12 (M-F), 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM at Marion Senior High School Arena ✅ Election Day: May 13, 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM at Marion Senior HS Arena & Tabernacle of God (Hwy 77) 🔗 Learn more about the capital improvements and ballot details here: https://www.marionar.org/page/may-13-special-election Let us work together to build a stronger Marion! For any questions or if you need more information, please contact the Mayor's office at 870-739-6041 or email mayor@marionarkansas.org.

🚧 I55 BRIDGE CLOSURE AHEAD 🚧 Friday, March 21 at 8:00 p.m. through Monday, March 24 at 6:00 a.m. *Weather Permitting* The Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will close the I-55 Mississippi River Bridge to continue construction activities on the I-55 and Crump interchange. These activities include Bridge repair and Inspection on I-55 (Memphis Arkansas Bridge). • I-55 SB will be closed at Bridgeport Road in Arkansas • I-55 NB will be closed at South Parkway in Memphis. Local traffic will be allowed to continue to the McLemore exit • I-55 SB ramp will be closed. • Crump Boulevard WB will be closed • A detour will be posted. 🛑There will be no traffic permitted during the repairs. Motorists should follow detour signs or seek alternate routes to avoid delays. ⚠️As always, drivers are reminded to use all motorist information tools wisely and Know Before You Go by checking travel conditions before leaving for their destination. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on a cell phone while behind the wheel.

📢 Missed Marion’s Next Chapter? Catch the Replay! 🎥✨ If you couldn’t join us on Monday, February 24, for Marion’s Next Chapter, don’t worry—you can still catch up on the highlights! Hear about Mayor Brick’s first two years in office, the progress we’ve made, and the exciting projects ahead for our community. 📌 Watch the recording here: https://youtu.be/weh7ym94iRE Whether you're a resident, business owner, or just passionate about Marion’s future, we’d love for you to watch! Let’s build the next chapter together. 💙🏡 #MarionsNextChapter #CommunityGrowth #InvestInMarion

March Planning Commission Meeting 📅 Tuesday, March 4 🕧6:00 PM 📍District Court (14 E. Military Rd.) The public is encouraged to attend all city meetings and stay informed about the future of our community.

🚧 I-55 BRIDGE CLOSURE ALERT 🚧 The Tennessee Department of Transportation will close the I-55 Mississippi River Bridge to complete essential joint repairs this weekend. 📅 Closure Schedule: Friday, February 28th at 8 PM - Monday, March 3rd at 6 AM 🔴 Both northbound and southbound lanes will be fully closed. No vehicles will be allowed to cross during this time. 🚧 Detours will be in place. Motorists should follow posted signs or plan alternative routes to avoid delays. ⚠️ Stay Informed & Drive Safely ✅ Check road conditions before traveling: Download the IDriveArkansas app. Thank you for your patience as crews work to keep our roads safe!

Good news, Marion! ❄️🗑️Trash collection will resume this Friday as crews work hard to catch up after the snow and ice. Thank you for your patience and understanding—we appreciate you!

Due to inclement weather, all City of Marion offices and services will be closed on Wednesday, February 19. Essential offices such as law enforcement and the road department will remain open. Please be safe!

❄️⚠️❄️Due to the Winter Storm Warning issued for our area by the National Weather Service, please note the possibility that non-emergency City offices may be closed during this week. Also, recycling will not be collected this week. Please check our social media pages for updates and sign up for Text My Gov to receive text notifications.

🚨 Schedule Update: Marion’s Next Chapter Event Rescheduled! 🚨 Due to the winter weather and cold temperatures in the forecast, we are rescheduling Marion’s Next Chapter event to Monday, February 24, to ensure everyone can attend safely and comfortably. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you there as we discuss the future of our community! Stay safe and warm and help spread the word by sharing this update. ❄️🔁

✨ You're Invited! ✨ 📸Join us for a Red-Carpet Event: Marion’s Next Chapter on Thursday, February 20, at 6:00 PM at the Marion Performing Arts Center! 📅Mark your calendar, and don’t miss this exciting evening for our community!

The January City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 28, at 6:00 PM at District Court. The public is encouraged to attend public meetings.

All city offices and services will be closed on Monday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday.

Due to inclement weather, all City of Marion offices and services will be closed on Friday, January 10th. Essential offices such as law enforcement and the road department will remain open. Please be safe!

❄️❄️⚠️WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches possible. * WHERE...Portions of East Arkansas, North Mississippi, and West Tennessee. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

🚨 Community Alert: Warming Center Opening ❄️ With temperatures predicted to drop into the upper 20s and 1-3 inches of snow expected on Friday, the Crittenden County Office of Emergency Management is opening a Warming Center to help those in need. 📍 Location: The Crossings Church (Formerly Marion Methodist) Matt Sample Youth Building 81 Military Road, Marion, AR Entrance off Military Road, next to Marion City Hall 🕘 Hours of Operation: Opens: Wednesday at 9:00 AM Closes: Saturday at 10:00 AM Details: • Open for come-and-go access until 6:00 PM daily. • After 6:00 PM, anyone who leaves will not be permitted to re-enter until the following day. • Doors close for good Saturday morning as temperatures are expected to rise into the mid-30s. Stay safe, stay warm, and share this information with those who may need assistance. Let’s take care of each other during this cold weather!

Mark your calendars and make plans to attend!